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PERFORMANCE4 fields
| Specification | Alienware 16 Aurora (2025) | Surface Laptop 13-inch (2nd Edition) |
|---|---|---|
| Graphics | — | Qualcomm Adreno GPU |
| Memory Bandwidth | About 89.6 GB/s (dual-channel DDR5-5600) (speed at which data moves between chip and memory) | — |
| Neural Engine | Intel AI Boost NPU on Core Ultra configurations; none on Core 7 240H (AI & machine learning) | Qualcomm Hexagon, 80 TOPS |
| Processor | Intel Core 7 240H (Raptor Lake Refresh, 45 W) CPU: 10-core / 16-thread, up to 5.2 GHz; Core Ultra 7 255H option (balances power and battery efficiency) GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 8 GB, RTX 5060 8 GB or RTX 5070 8 GB (handles graphics and creative workloads) | 6-core |
LAUNCH DATE2 fields
| Specification | Alienware 16 Aurora (2025) | Surface Laptop 13-inch (2nd Edition) |
|---|---|---|
| Released | June 2025 (replaces the Dell G16) | Expected 2026-10-13 |
| Status | Available | Coming soon; expected 2026-10-13 |
DISPLAY6 fields
| Specification | Alienware 16 Aurora (2025) | Surface Laptop 13-inch (2nd Edition) |
|---|---|---|
| Brightness | Up to 300 nits typical | 500 nits (peak) |
| Color | 100% sRGB color | — |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz (screen refresh speed) | 60Hz |
| Resolution | 2560 × 1600 pixels (total screen pixel count) | 1920 x 1280 pixels, 3:2 (178 ppi) |
| Size | 16-inch (Diagonal) | 13 inches |
| Type | IPS anti-glare display, WQXGA 120 Hz with G-Sync (gaming panel) | PixelSense touchscreen, Adaptive Color/Contrast |
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION2 fields
| Specification | Alienware 16 Aurora (2025) | Surface Laptop 13-inch (2nd Edition) |
|---|---|---|
| Launch Price (USD) | $1,149.99 (reference only — see Price in Nigeria above for the actual retail price) | $1,199.99 (US launch price) |
| Price in Nigeria | ₦1,610,000 | ₦1,680,000 (estimate, converted from US launch price) |
OVERVIEW5 fields
| Specification | Alienware 16 Aurora (2025) | Surface Laptop 13-inch (2nd Edition) |
|---|---|---|
| Chip | Intel Core 7 240H (10-core, up to 5.2 GHz) with NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 8 GB; Core Ultra 7 255H with RTX 5060 / RTX 5070 options (handles all processing and graphics tasks) | Qualcomm Snapdragon X2 Plus; Graphics: Qualcomm Adreno GPU |
| Manufacturer | Dell | Microsoft |
| Model | Dell Alienware 16 Aurora (2025) | Microsoft Surface Laptop 13-inch (2nd Edition) |
| Operating System | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
| Release Year | 2025 | 2026 |
BODY AND BUILD3 fields
| Specification | Alienware 16 Aurora (2025) | Surface Laptop 13-inch (2nd Edition) |
|---|---|---|
| Colors | Interstellar Indigo (official factory color options) | Platinum, Violet, Black |
| Material | Polycarbonate and aluminum chassis (durable gaming chassis) | Anodized aluminium |
| Weight | 2.6 kg (varies by configuration) | 1.23 kg (2.7 lbs) |
MEMORY AND STORAGE3 fields
| Specification | Alienware 16 Aurora (2025) | Surface Laptop 13-inch (2nd Edition) |
|---|---|---|
| RAM | Standard: 16 GB DDR5 5600 MHz (two SO-DIMM slots, upgradeable to 64 GB) (higher multitasking capability) | 16GB / 24GB LPDDR5x |
| Storage | SSD Options: 512 GB / 1 TB / 2 TB (varies by model) (internal file and app storage) | 256GB / 512GB UFS (removable) |
| Storage Type | SSD (PCIe NVMe M.2) (fast solid-state storage technology) | UFS (removable) |
PORTS AND CONNECTIVITY1 field
| Specification | Alienware 16 Aurora (2025) | Surface Laptop 13-inch (2nd Edition) |
|---|---|---|
| Ports and connectivity | 2 × USB 3.2 (USB-A), 1 × Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C), 1 × USB-C 3.2, HDMI 2.1, 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet, 3.5 mm headset jack, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4. | 2x USB-C (USB 3.2), 1x USB-A (USB 3.2); Audio: 3.5mm headphone jack; Wi-Fi: Wi-Fi 7 |
BATTERY AND CHARGING3 fields
| Specification | Alienware 16 Aurora (2025) | Surface Laptop 13-inch (2nd Edition) |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Life | Up to 13 hours (Dell-rated) with 96 Wh battery (manufacturer endurance figure) | Up to 22.5 hours video playback, up to 18 hours active web usage (Microsoft claim) |
| Battery Type | Built-in lithium-ion polymer battery (non-removable internal battery) | 50 Wh (nominal) |
| Charging | 240 W barrel charger (supported charging methods) | 45W USB-C charger (included) |
AUDIO AND WEBCAM3 fields
| Specification | Alienware 16 Aurora (2025) | Surface Laptop 13-inch (2nd Edition) |
|---|---|---|
| Microphones | Dual-array microphones (improves voice clarity and noise reduction) | Dual Studio Mics with voice focus |
| Speakers | Stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos (enhanced audio output for media) | Omnitonic speakers with Dolby Audio |
| Webcam | 1080p FHD webcam (sharper video calls) | 1080p Full HD |
SOFTWARE AND EXTRAS4 fields
| Specification | Alienware 16 Aurora (2025) | Surface Laptop 13-inch (2nd Edition) |
|---|---|---|
| Keyboard | RGB backlit keyboard with single-zone lighting (illuminated keys for low-light use) | Backlit, full function row, Copilot key |
| Operating System | Windows (latest supported version) (preinstalled Microsoft software platform) | Windows 11 Home |
| Security | Windows Hello via fingerprint (optional), TPM 2.0 (biometric authentication method) | Windows Hello fingerprint power button, Microsoft Pluton, TPM 2.0 |
| Trackpad | Precision glass touchpad (navigation surface) | Precision touchpad with adaptive touch |